Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane has revealed that he has spoken to unsettled winger James Rodriguez and told him that he is an important part of the club's future.

The Colombian international has been linked with a move away from the club after finding his playing time at the Santiago Bernabeu limited this term, while he recently claimed to have offers on his table amid unhappiness at being overlooked for the Club World Cup final.

The 25-year-old has struggled for regular action and has managed just an overall eight league appearances for Los Blancos in the current campaign.

Premier League giants Chelsea and Manchester United have been linked with a move for the player, along with Italian champions Juventus, though the Real Madrid boss has done his best to stamp on talk of Rodriguez leaving.

According to Zidane, he has held discussions with Rodriguez and has assured him that there is no reason to worry.